This is a release from the U.S. Forest Service

Western Wyo., May 12, 2021— The Bridger-Teton National Forest will have firewood permits available for personal use beginning May 17, 2021. The price is seven dollars per cord with a five cord minimum and maximum of ten cords per year. Permits are valid for the 2021 calendar year only and load tickets must be visible at the time of harvesting and transport. Permits are offered at all six of our District office locations by calling in advance to arranging payment and picking them up or having them mailed to you. Additionally, Broulim’s in Afton and the Alpine Visitor’s Center will have permits available for purchase.

National Forests across the nation have been providing a substantial amount of firewood for the public since the 1970’s, which has continued to grow as more households in America are adopting a more environmentally friendly route to reduce energy and fossil fuel consumption. Selling firewood permits also aids in fire prevention by removing burnable material from the Forest floor.

When gathering firewood, permits allow for the harvest of down or standing dead wood only and it is important to use firewood from local sources to prevent the spread of invasive species. A standard cord is 8 feet long, 4 feet wide and 4 feet high, measuring 128 cubic feet when wood is stacked in a row. Make sure to cut firewood only where the permit allows, as other neighboring Forests may have different firewood cutting regulations and price. Maps of legal routes to access wood cutting locations will be available where permits are sold. Forest visitors are advised to check in with their local District Office regarding road conditions.

Be advised that firewood gathered under a personal use permit may not be resold for profit. For more information about Forest regulations or the products available for sale visit our website www.fs.usda.gov/btnf or call our office at 307-739-5500.